How To Fix KR409 - The currency conversion took place on & (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KR - Archiving Reports and Utilities

• Message number: 409

• Message text: The currency conversion took place on & (see long text)

What causes this issue?

You want to evaluate archive files. To do this, you have selected
(among other things) the archive files &V2& and &V3&. In addition, a
currency conversion was carried out in your system at &V1&.
The archive file &V2& was created at &V4&, thus before the conversion.
The archive file &V3& was created after the conversion.

System Response

When the archive is evaluated, the amounts specifed in the archive
files are not translated. Therefore it can happen that the report
produces confusing or incorrect results. Generally, the amounts can no
longer be assigned to the correct currency.
The system therefore sends a message. It can be that the evaluation of
the archives in the required constellation is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Check the selection of the archive files. Select either only archives
that were created after &V1&, or only archives that were created before
&V1&.
This message might only be an information or warning message. You can
then nevertheless execute your report. You should consider, however,
that all amounts referring to currencies involved in a conversion (thus
also the currency, to which the amounts were converted), might not be
displayed correctly.
If no amounts occur in your report or you are not interested, you can
ignore this message.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KR409 - The currency conversion took place on & (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message KR409 typically relates to issues with currency conversion in the context of cost center accounting or internal orders. This error can occur when there is a problem with the currency settings or when the system is unable to perform the necessary currency conversion for a transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Settings: The error may arise if the currency settings for the cost center, internal order, or the transaction itself are not properly configured.
  Missing Exchange Rates: If the required exchange rates for the currencies involved are not maintained in the system, the conversion cannot be performed.
  Transaction Currency Issues: The transaction currency may not match the expected currency for the cost center or internal order.
  Period Lock: The period in which the transaction is being processed may be locked, preventing currency conversion.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling area or the currency types defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Currency Settings: Verify that the currency settings for the relevant cost center or internal order are correctly configured. Ensure that the transaction currency matches the expected currency.
  Maintain Exchange Rates: Ensure that the necessary exchange rates are maintained in the system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB08 to maintain exchange rates.
  Review Transaction Details: Check the details of the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly and that the currencies are compatible.
  Check Period Status: Verify that the period in which the transaction is being processed is open and not locked. You can check this in the controlling area settings.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings for the controlling area and currency types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates), KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), or KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on currency conversion and cost center accounting.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.